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Like most other women living in the glamorous city of New York, treading the line between highly fashionable and highly affordable is no easy feat. There is nothing more thrilling than a truly spectacular find without the hysteria of a discount department store.

If you have some close ties with your local boutique, you'll probably have pre-saled already, but it's not too late to dip in and see if there's anything good left before the masses are let in on the action! The Gucci SS sale (which is 40% off) goes live online and in-stores on Tuesday, Jun 1.

Woodbury Common (and I would think all other Outlet stores) are doing a big hurrah this weekend. Expect to see additional discounts on sale items, and some stores even have store-wide 20% off. If I didn't have something keeping me in the city everyday, I would definitely go. ESPECIALLY to the Catherine Malandrino store. Damnit! My fav deals below, or check out the Woodbury Common sale page.American ApparelNow - June 13Youth tops - $4Men's pants - $20Women's intimates - 70% offWomen's pants - $25Youth pants and leggings $850% off many Summer styles.Select styles. See store for details.

Banana Republic Factory StoreMay 26 – 31Entire Store On Sale40% off everythingPromotion is subject to change. See store for details.

Brooks Brothers Factory StoreMay 27 - 31Take 40% off Your Entire Purchase - Everything in the StoreStorewide Savings Include*:Men's BrooksStretch(R) Suits: Orig. $369.90 - $399.90 Now 40% off $221.94 -$239.94Men's and Women's Non-Iron Shirts: Orig. $59.50 Now 40% off $35.70*Redeemable for merchandise only. May not be combined with any other offer. Discount may not be applied toward taxes, shipping and handling, monogramming and engraving, alterations or personalization. Not valid on previous purchases or for the purchase of the Gift Card. If you return some or all merchandise, the dollar value of this promotion is not refunded or credited back to your account. Void in states where prohibited by law, no cash value except where prohibited, then the cash value is 1/100 cent.

J.CrewMay 26 - June 240% off All Women’s Graphic TeesAll Women’s Shorts $29.99 and under30% off All Women’s Jewelry; 40% off All Women’s Flip Flops$9.99 or less Women’s Short-sleeve Solid 1x1 Tees and Solid Favorite Tanks30%-40% off All Men’s Shorts; 40% off All Men’s Woven Shirts40%-50% off All Men’s Polos; 50% off All Men’s Graphic Tees40% off All Men’s Flip Flops$9.99 or less Men’s Solid Tees (select styles only)Prices as marked. Sale is valid on select items only and for a limited time while supplies last.

Judith LeiberNow - May 31$50 off purchases of $250$100 off purchases of $500$300 off purchases of $1,000$500 off purchases of $2,000

Judith RipkaNow - May 31Enjoy 50% off your jewelry purchaseCannot be combined with any other sale or offer. Certain restrictions apply.

Juicy CoutureMay 27 – 31Buy any Regular Priced Tracksuit and get a Free TeeMust purchase a full priced women’s or kid’s tracksuit to qualify for the free gift. Select styles, limited quantity of free tees. Cannot be redeemed for cash. May not be combined with any other offer or discount. Cannot be applied toward previous purchases. Other restrictions may apply.

Kate SpadeMay 27 - 31Enjoy 25% off your entire purchaseLimit 10 items per customer· Not valid on gift certificates or previous purchases. Cannot be redeemed for cash or store credit. Valid on full-price and sale merchandise. Not valid on phone orders . May be combined with other promotions.

Movado Company StoreMay 28 - 31Take 70% off* List Prices throughout the store! Save on all top name brand watches*Some exclusions apply. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Neiman Marcus Last CallMay 25 - June 1Memorial Day SaleMay 25 - 26: 40% off total purchaseMay 27 - June 1: 30% off total purchase

Nike Factory StoreMar 12 - June 30Lace Up. Save Lives. As a proud partner of (Product)red, Nike will contribute 100% of the profits from the sales of (Nike)red laces to the global fund (www.theglobalfund.org) and to football-based programs to help fight aids in Africa. Red laces $4 a pair. Available in 3 sizes.

June 1 - 22An Additional 20%, 30%, or 50% off clearance items - look for the colored dot to see how much you save

Tag HeuerMay 27 - 31An extra 10% off of regular priced TAG Heuer and Zenith timepiecesPlus TAG Heuer special promotions from $299 - $699 on top sellers25% off MSRP on TAG Heuer new product arrivals, along with every day 35% off MSRP on TAG Heuer timepiece assortmentSee stores for details, certain restrictions apply, not to be combined with any additional promotions.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Use code "CHERRY10" to take an additional 10% off Tobi.com's sale merchandise for men and women. Ends tonight at midnight. Fine print: if item discount is 50% or more off regular price, item is Final Sale and cannot be returned or exchanged.

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Le'Bulga's lightweight leather handbags will be on a great discount next week during their Customer Appreciation Sale starting tomorrow.

Sample price points: the Borsa in assorted colors will be $250 (retail $494), the Le Fleur in assorted colors will be $375 (retail $675), and the Borsa Mini in assorted colors will be $150 (retail $275)

It is now tomorrow (officially, although I don't know if the Barney's sale starts at midnight...) 40% off during the Barney's Private Sale. Includes clothing, shoes, and accessories for women, men, and children, and home stuff. Free shipping with no minimum! In-stores as well.

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Today only, Bloomingdale's is having a shoe 'sale' (spend $X take $Y off) but it's got so many damn restrictions that I didn't want to post it at all! But, I figured I should, just in case you are one of the lucky ones.- Take $50 off when you spend $200+- Take $100 off when you spend $300+- Take $150 off when you spend $500+

Some Spring items on YOOX are now 30% off! Hmm, should I have not pulled the trigger on the Nina Ricci skirt I bought? I also see (in my Dream Box) that some Stella McCartney tops I was eyeing have gone down. Tempting. Ends Sunday, Jun 7.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

If you have some cash laying around for a jacket, leather or otherwise, it's time to get happy. Mackage is having (I think) their first NYC sample sale. The only Mackage sale I've ever heard of is in Toronto! So gather your greenbacks for some FW10 and SS10 coats, trench coats, and leather jackets.

While visiting my friend in Nashville last year, I found a great Yigal Azrouel studded belt at a boutique but couldn't bring myself to throw down $300+ for it (it wasn't even all leather, but mostly nylon elastic).

Maybe I should check out the Yigal Azrouel sample sale, which is clearing out their mens and womens SS and resort collection at up to 75% off.

From now through Wednesday you can pre-sale the goodies at Hugo Boss. Then, if you pick it up Thursday night, you get an extra 10% off. I'm a sucker for Boss dresses, so I think a trip to Time Warner Center during my lunch break tomorrow is in order!

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Update from a commenter! It *may* be worth the effort to try and get in for sizes 35-37. Hmmm, do I dare? And going on since Monday?? Why were those Glamour girls tweeting about 6:30 AM or some crap like that? I would just say if you want to go, be prepared! They know that 'public' day is tomorrow, so they might be extra-vigilant in minding their guest list.

"just got back - if you are a size 35 - 37 you so in luck. very hard to get in - they really want your name on the list. but at 2 there was no line out the door.

also - it has actually been going on since monday."

Update: FYI, I have it from a very good source that they will not be letting the public in to this sale. If you're not on the list, you're not getting in. They just don't want to deal with the crowds.

Even more so than the Manolo sale, the Christian Louboutin sale has traditionally be shrouded in secrecy. And unlike the Manolo sale, they have not let the public in on the goods (well, until last year, but I bet if you asked they would still deny it). Racked.com is all over it.

Today and tomorrow ONLY, Neiman Marcus is taking 30% off a LOT of good stuff. And when I say good stuff, I mean you need to get yourself a Herve Leger dress. Or some Wolford tights. Whatever. But get something good because 30% off hot in-season items doesn't happen very often.

I've been to sample sales here before, and they've been ok. Good amount of inventory, but the prices never blew me away. This time around they will have women's RTW, outerwear, handbags and accessories from Alexander McQueen, Anna Molinari, G.F. Ferre, Just Cavalli, John Galliano, Love Moschino, M, RED Valentino. Prices up to 70% off.

Monday, May 10, 2010

Perfect timing! I have a couple of weddings I must attend in the next 2 months and the couples' registries have been picked over. The Christofle sale will have flatware sets, holloware, crystal, porcelain, frames, gifts, and jewelry, all up to 70% off. I'm thinking a silver platter for my boss, a crystal bowl or silver frame for my neighbors, and some jewelry for me. At past sales, I've gotten crystal tumblers for myself as well as little gifts for others, like silver bookmarks or little candy dishes.

The sale will also feature Guy Degrenne commercial-quality tableware, stainless/silver flatware, holloware, chafing dishes (for all you caterers out there), trays, porcelain, and glassware. Also up to 70% off.

Notable names supporting the cause: Carolina Herrera, Christian Lacroix, Oscar de la Renta, Ralph Lauren, Manolo Blahnik, Coach, Burberry, Douglas Hannant, Furla, Rachel Roy, and there will be clothing donated by Vogue’s Hamish Bowles. No idea as to whether those clothes will be his own or goodies from the European Vogue closet.

POSH benefits Lighthouse International, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to fighting vision loss through prevention, treatment and empowerment. New items are replenished daily, and tickets are $10/day or $30 for all 4 days. Of course this wouldn't be a NYC event without a special soiree and VIP preview, and those tickets can be had for $175.

About Lighthouse InternationalFounded in 1905, Lighthouse International is a leading non profit organization dedicated to fighting vision loss through prevention, treatment and empowerment. It achieves this through clinical and rehabilitation services, education, research and advocacy. For more information about vision loss and its causes, contact Lighthouse International at 1-800-829-0500 or visit www.lighthouse.org.

Update: As a commenter points out, there is a "up to 90% off clearance" section, but when I gave it a browse, it looked like old Sample Sale stuff to me. BUT, if you have the inclination, it might be worth a look...

Sunday, May 9, 2010

I've always liked looking at the sale stuff on MyTheresa.com, but the 45 Euro shipping was always too much for me to bear! Although, to be fair, it is 2-day international via DHL, but I'd rather just order from YOOX or theOutnet! (Both of which are free shipping, by the way. No code for YOOX, but use "FreeShipBday" for theOutnet.)

Well, until Tuesday, May 11 MyTheresa is offering 10 Euro international shipping, which comes out to about $12.75. Not bad, so I pulled the trigger on some YSL boots which were marked down to $372 :D Not to be insensitive, but I am really celebrating the fact that the Euro is coming down!!! Now I can finally take a vacation to Europe!

But, I found out after-the-fact (after some internet research), that I should expect to pay customs via DHL, which could be anywhere between 14-18%. Boo! Adding another potential $66 would make it less of a deal, but they are so cute, no?

Ok been there this morning 11 am....oh my NOT WORTHY ! first of all they didnt have my size! 41/11 ! and the girl try to sell me the 40s..i didnt like that, i think i know my feet size! very few selection and ooooollllldddd stylessss you find better paciotti shoes at department stores sales. so now you know!

Thursday, May 6, 2010

The Barney's purple card has long been a well-loved tradition. Basically you spend $X and get a giftcard for $Y just like most other deals. Not a HUGE savings, BUT the Barney's promo has virtually no exclusions, and they carry brands like Balenciaga, Valextra, YSL, Bottega, etc. Ends Sunday, May 9.

Ending today is Montblanc's 2-day "Friends & Family" sale on watches, jewelry, small leather goods, pens, etc. I personally find Montblanc jewelry to be quite beautiful, although the leather wrap bracelet I got is huge. Maybe a necklace next time then. Prices will be up to 75% off. Good ideas for graduation gifts? A pen is certainly something to give your accomplished scholar. The Roosevelt Hotel is just so sh*tty though...

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

The sale is 75% samples and 25% overstock with some shoes and totes as well. As my new year's resolution, I've lost 15 pounds and NONE of my clothes fit anymore. This is both good news and bad. Good because I can wear size 27 jeans, but bad because I've amassed this huge designer closet of size 6 clothing that I can't wear anymore!!

SO, with great relish I attacked the racks and racks of samples! Lots of dresses, some tops, and some little jackets, all priced between $40-90. It's not super organized, so you'll have to do some searching.

I scored a gorgeous black fitted dress with white embroidery (which I think I'll wear to my boss' wedding) for $85 ('retail' $400) and a white cotton day dress for $60 ('retail' $375). I also got a little black shrug/jacket for $70 ('retail' $275). I say 'retail' because although they are priced out on the tags, obviously they were never on the showroom floor.

The samples are all high quality-- finished zippers, clean seams, no tears. Some of them do have stains, so you'll have to be careful. And since they are samples, there are very few pieces of each item. The woman at the counter let me know that they WILL be restocking the samples, although not the overstock.

The overstock includes tops, dresses, pants, and coats all priced between $75-180. There were some really gorgeous dupioni silk dresses that sold on the high end ($180) and cotton fabric day dresses and ruffle-y dresses that sold for less ($120-160). Overall a fabulous place to go for dresses!! The tops were ruffled or embellished and still around the $70-80 mark.

They all have Vivienne Tam labels sewn in, but they will cut the price tags off when you check-out. There is no dressing room, so be prepared to strip down! It wasn't very crowded when I went during the lunch boom, and there are a lot of Asian women there working who will help you zip up and tell you if it's too tight.

Other than clothing there is a small selection of summer sandals (mostly chunky heels) for $70 and floral totes for $70.

No sales tax on items under $110 and they take credit card. As I mentioned, they are restocking samples, so I am definitely thinking of a return trip! Friday is the last day, and for that I was told they usually discount 20% off your purchase of $500+.

TheOutnet has gotten a new shipment of Anna Molinari, one of the hottest Italian designers. Intrigued? I actually am unfamiliar with the label, so I went on YOOX and did some recon. I think this could be the beginning of a beautiful friendship.

Monday, May 3, 2010

I feel like I hear about a J.Crew sample sale every month. I guess NYC is their dumping ground.

Mens, womens, and children's clothing in all sizes, shoes, and jewelry. This includes everything from tank tops to blouses to sweaters to sneakers to sandals to boots. It sounds like a total hodgepodge of J.Crew heaven.

If you heart Botkier, plan on heading to their sale of exclusive styles, limited editions, and real samples. It will be 50-70% off bags, wallets/accessories, and shoes! I'm pretty excited because even though I don't carry Botkier bags, I've really started liking their heels, which I've gotten from Endless.com.

To keep it fun and light-hearted, they'll be raffling off 3 $1,000 giftcards and if you send them a photo of you and your mom either via their Facebook page or Twitter (@botkierbags), they'll give you an additional 10% off! How cute is that?

Housing Works’ is having their sixth annual Design on a Dime event which will raise funds for Housing Works’ newest residence for New Yorkers living with HIV/AIDS, the Jefferson Avenue Housing Program in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.

For Design on a Dime, 50 of the world’s top interior designers create unforgettable room vignettes with new merchandise, donated and available for 50-70% off retail.

Last year’s Design on a Dime raised nearly $500,000 for Housing Works, New York’s largest community-based AIDS service organization. So if you need to come decorate your pad with some trendy stuff, open your wallets b/c it's for a good cause!

Those eager to get their hands on a chair that Daniel Craig sat in can buy tickets to the VIP sneak preview on Thursday, May 6. Tickets are $150+ and include a silent auction of 100 framed photographs and artworks, including pieces from Zatista.com, The New York Photo Festival and Soho Photo Gallery. Participating designers Jaclyn Smith and Ty Pennington will both be on hand for the event.

The Jefferson Avenue Housing Program, the beneficiary of this year’s Design on a Dime, will provide 12 apartments for homeless New Yorkers living with HIV/AIDS. Located in Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood, one of the New York communities hardest hit by AIDS, Jefferson Avenue is slated to be completed by 2012.

About Housing WorksFounded in 1990, Housing Works has provided lifesaving services such as housing, medical care, meals, job training, legal help and HIV prevention education to more than 20,000 homeless and low-income New Yorkers. All Housing Works Thrift Shops profits go to Housing Works. For more information, visit www.housingworks.org.